fslwebhost The ward space shown on the front cover of this issue demonstrates the advantages of a unified approach. The Hygipod IPS units simplify plumbing installations with pre-plumbed, sealed designs, while the Hygidoor firerated doorsets offer robust PVC finishes for hygiene and durability. The range also includes Hygiscreen internal windows, providing fire-rated privacy with a cohesive … Read more
+The study is being jointly led by Dr Arabella Scantlebury (pictured) of the University of Birmingham and Professor Joy Adamson of the University of York. Other universities across the country and other health and care organisations are also involved. The Research and Innovation Department at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will support … Read more
Funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero under the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, the scheme is being delivered by Salix. Chair of the Salix Board, Baroness Natalie Evans, CEO, Kevin Holland, and director of Public Sector Decarbonisation, Ian Rodger, were recently joined by Rob Hewitt, director, Industrial Decarbonisation and Emissions Trading, and … Read more
Anenta explains that its real-time contract and waste management platform – which is responsible for managing over 450,000 scheduled and ‘on-demand’ collections of waste annually, ‘identifies and flags discrepancies caused by mis-charged, duplicated, or incorrectly invoiced services issued by waste collection providers’. Enabling it to act on behalf of GPs and ICBs, challenging invoices before … Read more
The WELL Building Standard considers both design and operational excellence, focusing on 10 key concepts that enhance health and wellbeing. Receiving this certification evidences the Academy’s commitment to supporting wellbeing through the design and construction process through to its usage. Commissioned by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Assura plc, the Northumbria Health and Care … Read more
FMS says it is ‘set to deliver significant benefits to the contamination control industry across the UK and Ireland through expanded service capabilities, cutting-edge cleanroom contamination control solutions, and a strengthened commitment to exemplary customer support’. ‘As part of the Trescal family’, FMS gains access to expanded resources, expertise, and a global network, enabling it … Read more
This latest investment supports the development of a community diagnostic centre at a key location in Preston, with the project entailing significant enhancements to the existing infrastructure at Brookfield and Fulwood, plus the extension of Healthport to accommodate a new X-ray machine and two ultrasound rooms. NHSPS says the project’s success has been made possible … Read more
This latest investment supports the development of a community diagnostic centre at a key location in Preston, with the project entailing significant enhancements to the existing infrastructure at Brookfield and Fulwood, plus the extension of Healthport to accommodate a new X-ray machine and two ultrasound rooms. NHSPS says the project’s success has been made possible … Read more
The new Decarbonisation of Estates framework agreement helps the NHS achieve its ambition of becoming the world’s first Net Zero national health service, reaching Net Zero by 2040 for the emissions the NHS controls directly. Work covered under the agreement includes internal and external wall insulation, ground source and air source heat pumps, electric heating … Read more
With growing evidence linking poor IAQ to significant health, economic, and environmental consequences, CIAT says it strongly advocates ‘the urgent need for enforceable standards to safeguard public health and improve building performance’. CIAT is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global specialist in ‘intelligent climate and energy solutions’. Matt Maleki, the company’s Business Development … Read more
Willmott Dixon Interiors says that the refurbishment of the Millennium Wing marks ‘the latest milestone’ in a long-standing partnership between it and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex). The contractor said: “The Millennium Wing project will enhance the hospital’s ability to deliver timely emergency care, ensuring that patients can access vital services as quickly … Read more
The new clinic is the result of the reconfiguration and fit-out of an existing commercial unit, working within the building’s constraints to create a high-quality clinical setting. Requiring a rapid turnaround, the design was established within six weeks, with the fit-out then completed in 10 by Ben Johnson Interiors. Medical Architecture said: “The 250 m² … Read more
Funded by the Office for Students, it is to be used by nursing, physician associate, pharmacy and medical students. The wards are designed to be realistic, and include real hospital furniture and hospital headwalls with simulated gases, a nurse call system, and the ability to simulate power cuts. Each ward has a nursing station and … Read more
The partnership between Nuffield Health and Sodexo spans 17 years, during which Sodexo has delivered patient and staff dining across all 37 Nuffield Health hospitals. With an annual contract value of £19 million, Sodexo says the renewal demonstrates its ‘commitment to delivering tasty, nutritious, meals, and supporting Nuffield Health’s mission to build a healthier, stronger … Read more
The ‘hybrid’ event attracted speakers and industry experts from NHS England, Golden Thread Fire Delay (GTFD), London Fire Brigade (LFB), and P+HS Architects, who discussed how NHS Trusts can improve the future safety and regulatory compliance of all doorsets in their buildings. This included the different requirements for testing, installing, and maintaining doorsets in hospitals, … Read more
